Conversations with productivity experts, authors, and creatives on how to implement productivity strategies in both your professional and personal life. The goal as you listen is to help you gain perspective, practical knowledge, and productivity insights for living a whole life that goes Beyond The To-Do List.
…
continue reading
The Social Media Serenity podcast was a show devoted to social networking in general, though a majority the episodes focus on the early days the big networks like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Cliff Ravenscraft and Erik Fisher covered all things "social media" from July 2009 through January 2012. The main focus of the content was to learn the most efficient way to use these services to build authentic relationships and build brand awareness in the online community without wasting away cou ...
…
continue reading
Hosted by productivity strategist Mike Vardy, A Productive Conversation offers insightful discussions on how to craft a life that aligns with your intentions. Each episode dives into the art of time devotion, productiveness, and refining your approach to daily living. Mike invites guests who are thinkers, doers, and creators to share their strategies for working smarter and living more intentionally. From practical tips to deep dives on mindset shifts, this podcast will help you reframe your ...
…
continue reading
The GoalChat podcast is your go-to destination for all things goal-setting, productivity, and personal and professional development. Whether you're striving to achieve your career goals, enhance your time management skills, or find motivation to pursue your passion, this podcast is for you. Each week, host Debra Eckerling invites three experts to dive into a special topic. Debra and her panel of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives share their own experiences, successes, and challen ...
…
continue reading
Simplify is a podcast for anyone who’s taken a close look at their habits, their happiness, their relationships, or their health and thought, “There’s got to be a better way to do this.” Hear ideas that get you to better from Gretchen Rubin, David Allen, Rebecca Traister, Dan Savage, Seth Godin and many more. Hosted by Caitlin Schiller and Ben Schuman-Stoler. Brought to you by Blinkist.
…
continue reading
Join us, Maury Sterling (Homeland, Coherence) and Craig Diamond (Master's in Psychology, Creator of the theme song), as we explore what it means to be a master in our everyday lives. Through conversations with accomplished individuals, we uncover the hidden mastery within us all and learn how to apply it to our daily routines. Tune in for insights and inspiration!
…
continue reading
Unlock the vast marine world with Shipshape, your premier destination for comprehensive marine information and insights. Dive deep into the heart of the maritime realm as we bring you unparalleled insights from top marine experts, seasoned liveaboards, and industry trendsetters. Every week, we unravel oceanic mysteries, delve into maritime trends, and share captivating stories that resonate with the rhythm of the sea. Our dedicated team of marine journalists and professionals is committed to ...
…
continue reading

1
Fun with Tech with Marcia Macomber, Kandas Rodarte & Chris Stone #517
1:10:33
1:10:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:10:33On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Marcia Macomber, Kandas Rodarte, and Chris Stone about having fun with tech. Marcia Macomber is a radio host and website/graphic designer, Cornucopia Creations; Kandas Rodarte is an accountability coach and host of the Gratitude Geek Podcast; and Chris Stone, who co-hosts Dealcasters Liv…
…
continue reading

1
Yvonne Heimann Talks About Building Freedom Through Systems
1:09:23
1:09:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:23In this episode, I reconnect with productivity strategist Yvonne Heimann—aka AskYvie—who’s not only made a bold geographic shift but is navigating personal and professional freedom with intention and clarity. We explore what it looks like to trust the systems you’ve built, especially when life throws curveballs or invites you into a new chapter. Yv…
…
continue reading

1
Social Media with Kristen Coffield, Annie Korzen & Chef Rossi #516
1:00:13
1:00:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:13On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Social Media with grandfluencer Kristen Coffield, Active Grandparenting; octogenarian TikTok star Annie Korzen, author of The Book of Annie; and the anti-caterer/author Chef Rossi, The Raging Skillet. Kristen, Annie, and Rossi have all used the power of social media to share their voice …
…
continue reading

1
Keith Ferrazzi Talks About Teamship and Transforming the Way We Work
37:27
37:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:27It was a real treat to welcome Keith Ferrazzi back to the show—especially to discuss his latest book, Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship. Keith’s work has long pushed beyond traditional leadership models, and this conversation builds on that legacy with his fresh concept of “teamship.” We dig into how the book is structured lik…
…
continue reading

1
Sustainability with Noah Bleich, Ruth Kennison & Rick Nahmias #515
1:00:11
1:00:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:11On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Sustainability with eco-conscious founders Noah Bleich, The TeaBook (he calls it "Sustainabili-tea"), chocolate educator Ruth Kennison of The Chocolate Project and Rick Nahmias, Food Forward Inc., which recovers surplus produce and distributes it to agencies who feed the hungry. While th…
…
continue reading
This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where Patrick Rhone and I go deep on foundational elements of productiveness. And for this one—our 600th episode, no less—we dive into a topic that touches everything from our to-do lists to our dinner prep: focus. What does it really mean to focus? And more importantly, how do we hold onto…
…
continue reading

1
Sara Sherman on Using Music to Enhance Focus and Wellbeing
52:46
52:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:46In this episode, Sara Sherman, author of Resonant Minds: The Transformative Power of Music, joins the show to discuss the powerful and often underestimated role of music in our lives. Sara, a classical musician and educator, explores how music can not only enhance our emotional well-being but also improve focus, productivity, and social connections…
…
continue reading

1
Happy Quarter Year 2025 with Stacia Crawford & Keith Spiro #514
1:09:20
1:09:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:20On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling celebrates the quarter year with Stacia Crawford of Stay Ready Media and community builder Keith Spiro. Stacia and Keith are both featured in Deb's latest book, "52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting." The panel shared some of their wins so far for 2025, along with upcoming goals. Stacia spen…
…
continue reading

1
Anne-Laure Le Cunnf on Tiny Experiments: Redefining Success in a Goal-Obsessed World
50:46
50:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:46In this episode, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, joins the show to discuss her experimental approach to goal-setting and personal growth. Anne-Laure, a neuroscience enthusiast and founder of Ness Labs, explores how shifting from traditional goal-setting to small, iterative experiments ca…
…
continue reading

1
David Kolbe Talks About Doing More Naturally and Unlocking Instinctive Productivity
44:46
44:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:46When I first heard the term conative, I was surprised I hadn’t come across it before. After all, I live in the productivity space. But after my conversation with David Kolbe, it became clear just how crucial it is to understand this third part of the mind—especially if we want to work more naturally and avoid burnout. David is the CEO of Kolbe Corp…
…
continue reading

1
Madeline Mann on Reverse the Search: Turning Job Seeking into Job Shopping
53:03
53:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:03In this episode, Madelin Mann, author of Reverse the Search: How to Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping, joins the show to share her expert advice on transforming the traditional job search process. With years of experience in HR and recruiting, Madelin provides valuable insights into how to stand out in today’s competitive job market by shifting fr…
…
continue reading

1
Branding with Ivonne Ribeiro, Stan Robinson, Jr. & Troy Sandidge #513
1:03:00
1:03:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:00On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Branding with Ivonne Ribeiro, iBrandStrategist; Stan Robinson, Jr., Social Sales Link; and Troy Sandidge, Strategy Hackers®. The panelists share their takes on what branding is - Ivonne: Your reputation; Troy: proximity, positioning, power; Stan: What people say about you when you are no…
…
continue reading

1
Ximena Vengeochea on The Life Audit: How to Reevaluate Your Goals and Reclaim Your Path
50:10
50:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:10In this episode, Ximena Vengeochea, author of The Life Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Goals and Building the Life You Want, shares her approach to re-evaluating life’s priorities and making intentional changes. Ximena, a former LinkedIn leader, uses her background in user research to help others take a fresh, introspective approach…
…
continue reading

1
Austin Kleon Talks About Routine, Creativity, and Paying Attention
35:34
35:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:34It was a real treat to reconnect with Austin Kleon for this episode of A Productive Conversation. Before we got into the heart of the conversation, Austin gave us a quick update: his next book Don’t Call It Art is in the works, inspired by the playful creativity he’s witnessed in his kids. He also mentioned that his once-weekly newsletter has now d…
…
continue reading

1
Elizabeth Lotardo on Leading Yourself: How to Find Purpose in Your Current Job
57:20
57:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:20In this episode, Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself: Finding More Joy, Meaning, and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have, shares her insights on how to find purpose and fulfillment in your current job. Drawing on her background as an organizational psychologist, Elizabeth explores how shifting your mindset can help you thrive at wor…
…
continue reading

1
Empowerment with Karen Wang Diggs, Joanna Dutra & Dayna Steele #512
1:16:13
1:16:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:16:13On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about empowerment in honor of Women's History Month. Her guests: Karen Wang Diggs, author of "The Book of Awesome Asian Women," among others: Joanna Dutra, Motivator-in-Chief, The Creative Confidant; and Dayna Steele, author, entrepreneur, activist, and so many other things. A huge part of emp…
…
continue reading

1
Andrew Brodsky on Mastering Successful Virtual Communication
56:23
56:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:23In this episode, Andrew Brodsky, author of Ping: The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication, explores how virtual communication can be improved for both productivity and relationship-building. Andrew, a professor at the University of Texas and expert on virtual communication, discusses his research and personal journey in understanding how we …
…
continue reading

1
Krish Ramineni Talks About AI, Meetings, and Staying Focused While Building
34:30
34:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:30In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Krish Ramineni, co-founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai. Krish has had an impressive journey—from being one of Microsoft’s youngest product managers to launching Fireflies, an AI-powered meeting assistant. He’s also been named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and has guest lectured at Stanford on deep …
…
continue reading

1
Jenny Wood on Wild Courage: How to Overcome Fear and Unlock Your Potential
54:14
54:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:14In this episode, we welcome Jenny Wood, a former Google executive, founder of Own Your Career, and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. Jenny shares powerful insights into overcoming fear, taking bold risks, and navigating personal and professional growth with courage. In this conversation, we explore: The Courage to Overcome …
…
continue reading

1
Podcasting with Erik Fisher & Jürgen Strauss #511
1:16:58
1:16:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:16:58On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling discusses podcasting with Erik Fisher and Jürgen Strauss. Erik hosts Beyond the To Do List and Jürgen hosts the InovaBuzz podcast; Debra hosts Tastes Buds with Deb, as well as GoalChat. Podcasting is a gateway to conversations, relationship development, and information. The three talk about the valu…
…
continue reading

1
Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Making Time for What Matters
49:00
49:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:00I’m excited to welcome Oliver Burkeman back to the show to discuss his new book, Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts. You can find his previous conversation on the show here. Oliver is a journalist and author best known for 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. His latest book offers a p…
…
continue reading